Newcastle United currently occupies the ninth position in the Premier League table. However, the uncertainties surrounding the remainder of the season and the ongoing challenges, particularly with injuries, have prompted speculation about where Eddie Howe’s side might finish by the end of May.
The Magpies’ campaign has been marred by injury concerns, and the recent 4-4 draw against Luton Town encapsulated the ups and downs that have characterized their season. Despite leading twice in the first half through Sean Longstaff, Newcastle faced setbacks as Gabriel Osho and Ross Barkley equalized for Luton.
The second half saw a loss of control as Luton capitalized, with Carlton Morris and Elijah Adebayo finding the net. Newcastle fought back, with Kieran Trippier making it 4-3, and substitute Harvey Barnes equalizing. The match ended in a draw, highlighting the team’s resilience.
The injury front remains a challenge for Howe’s men, with mixed news following the game. While Barnes and Callum Wilson completed their comebacks, Anthony Gordon left St James’ Park on crutches and in a protective boot after an ankle knock.
Currently, Newcastle is positioned 13 points behind the top four, engaged in a competitive battle with West Ham, Brighton & Hove Albion, Manchester United, and Chelsea for a final standing between sixth and 10th places.
The uncertainties surrounding the Premier League’s conclusion make it challenging to predict Newcastle’s final position. However, various calculations and predictions by FootballWP aim to forecast the potential finishing positions of each club at the end of the season.
As the campaign unfolds, Newcastle United and their fans will closely watch how the team navigates challenges and aims to secure a favorable position in the league table.
How will the Premier League standings look like at the end of the season?
Sheffield United (20th)
Predicted points: 14; goal difference: -62
Burnley (19th)
Predicted points: 19; goal difference: -34
Crystal Palace (18th)
Predicted points: 35; goal difference: -25
Nottingham Forest (17th)
Predicted points: 35; goal difference: -21
Everton (16th)
Predicted points: 38; goal difference: -10
Luton Town (15th)
Predicted points: 40; goal difference: -18
Brentford (14th)
Predicted points: 41; goal difference: -9
AFC Bournemouth (13th)
Predicted points: 44; goal difference: -22
Fulham (12th)
Predicted points: 45; goal difference: -9
Manchester United (11th)
Predicted points: 52; goal difference: -7
Wolverhampton Wanderers (10th)
Predicted points: 52; goal difference: -3
Brighton & Hove Albion (9th)
Predicted points: 55; goal difference: 0
Chelsea (8th)
Predicted points: 56; goal difference: 0
West Ham United (7th)
Predicted points: 57; goal difference: +2
Newcastle United (6th)
Predicted points: 61; goal difference: +24
Tottenham Hotspur (5th)
Predicted points: 70; goal difference: +23
Aston Villa (4th)
Predicted points: 72; goal difference: +29
Arsenal (3rd)
Predicted points: 83; goal difference: +43
Manchester City (2nd)
Predicted points: 84; goal difference: +44
Liverpool (1st)
Predicted points 89; goal difference: +55